The HP Envy x360 is more budget-friendly and offers good portability with decent battery life, suitable for general use and some light engineering tasks, plus it has a touchscreen. However, it may not perform as well for more intensive tasks. In contrast, the MSI Vector GP76 is pricier, but provides superior performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, gaming, and demanding engineering applications, though it's less portable and has a shorter battery life. If your work involves intensive tasks or you enjoy gaming, the MSI might be the right choice, but for everyday use and better mobility, the HP could be more appropriate. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
Good portability
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.2/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for general use, while the HP Envy x360 15" is good.
The MSI Vector GP76 offers superior performance with its more robust CPU and GPU, higher RAM, and better screen refresh rates, making it very good for demanding tasks and general use despite being less portable and having a shorter battery life than the HP Envy x360 15". The HP Envy x360 15", on the other hand, is good for general use due to its 2-in-1 convertible design, touch-enabled screen, and longer battery life, but it is equipped with a less powerful CPU and GPU, and less RAM, which may impact multitasking and intensive applications.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
8.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The HP Envy x360 15" has an integrated GPU and a standard screen refresh rate, which limits its gaming and 3D performance, whereas the MSI Vector GP76 boasts a high-end dedicated GPU and a much higher screen refresh rate, enhancing its ability to handle demanding gaming and 3D tasks. Additionally, the better quality GPU in the MSI also contributes to its superior performance in these areas, despite a somewhat less vibrant screen compared to the HP Envy.
Engineering and Design
6.5/10
8.7/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The HP Envy x360 15" has less powerful internal components and a lower screen resolution, which makes it less suited for demanding engineering and design tasks compared to the high-end CPU, extensive RAM, and powerful GPU found in the MSI Vector GP76, all of which offer significant advantages for such workloads. However, the HP Envy boasts better portability and versatility as a convertible laptop that can also be used as a tablet, features that the larger and heavier MSI lacks.
Content Creation
7.3/10
8.0/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for content creation, while the HP Envy x360 15" is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Screen Quality
6.2/10
7.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The MSI Vector GP76 has a better screen than the HP Envy x360 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, a balance of resolution, panel type, and brightness makes screens like those on the HP Envy x360 suitable, providing clear images and comfortable viewing, while the MSI Vector GP76 offers similar benefits with potentially better brightness or resolution. In engineering and design, accurate color representation is crucial; the MSI might deliver more accurate colors due to better coverage of professional color gamuts. Meanwhile, the lower refresh rates on both laptops make them less ideal for 3D applications, where smooth motion and quick screen updates are essential, but the MSI might edge out slightly due to a better panel type or resolution.
Battery
10.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI Vector GP76 has 4 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Good
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The HP Envy x360 15" has good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 has very good build quality, while the HP Envy x360 15" has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$430
$1,760
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The HP Envy x360 15" has a price of $430 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
The MSI Vector GP76 and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
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How the HP Envy x360 15" and the MSI Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
"Despite its good looks, stellar webcam and comfortable keyboard, the Envy x360 15 is hard to recommend because of its dim, 16:9 display. If the display isn't an issue for you, just be sure to wait for a good sale price. Otherwise, a more modern two-in-one with a 16:10 display such as the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 or Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 provides a larger workspace without adding much to the size and weight of the system."
"The MSI Vector GP76 12UGS is a gaming laptop on speed. The advantages are clear: The Vector GP76 is a real gamer with its 360 Hz display and super-fast response times. In addition, the Core i7-12700H has double the power of the CPU in its predecessor and another highlight is the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti with a real power consumption of 150 watts. This places the device in the top range of our database. The Vector can also operate rather quietly, offers a full sound range, improved battery runtimes, a key-configurable RGB keyboard, a very stable chassis and good upgrade options. Moreover, the display produces a nice, rich and clear picture."
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About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
About MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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